2016 Holiday Gift Guide

We have a tradition around here when it comes to whipping up some holiday gift guides for the guys, gals, and kids in your life, so here are this year’s favorite finds. We rounded up around 35 items in each category – many of which are under $25 (there are even things under $5!). *There’s also a roundup of holiday coupon codes & discounts at the bottom of this post – you know we’re suckers for a sale, and some places have 50% off right now!*

1. These pretty little druzy earrings (20% off with code SALE20!)
2. Little scissors shaped like The Eiffel Tower are a cute gift for crafters/sewers
3. Pretty candles that smell as good as they look always work
4. Sparkly kitty phone case (need I say more?)
5. A soft blue bucket bag rental for a special event (it sells for $345!)
6. Fancy office supplies are fun, like this Kate Spade tape dispenser
7. I don’t want to jinx it, but this cute pink watch is $2.71!

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8. A personalized door mat is such a thoughtful idea
9. This genius pencil cup is also a place to put your glasses!
10. Another super affordable watch that I WANT! (it’s $3.09!)
11. Friend group gift idea: buy this earring collection & everyone gets a pair (they’re $8.28 each if you share)
12. Ceramic pineapple with a pink top (I think that speaks for itself)
13. Gorgeous and glam sparkly studs in a bunch of fun colors
14. This sweatshirt is my favorite thing ever (they make a ton of funny ones in this shop)
15. Personalized card holder for business cards or credit cards in a small clutch (now 30% off!)
16. Glittery little Keds that I can’t stop thinking about (silver sold out but these pink ones are fun too)
17. This lovely ring makes my heart go pitter patter (20% off with code SALE20!)
18. Naughty & nice holiday towels (kinda want them for myself)
19. Favorite earrings ever (I have them in like 5 colors)
20. Adorable mini suede tassel keychains
21. EVERYONE has these broken/fraying cords, so prettier new ones make great gifts (get a bulk set & split them up to save money)
22. When a zippered pouch makes you laugh out loud, you put it in your gift guide
23. I splurged for this succulent candle at Anthro and am completely obsessed with it
24. My friend got one of these from her friend & the rest of us are like “UM, WHERE’S MINE?”
25. A playful little knitted hat with a pompom = cute (on sale for $12.45!)
26. Another pair of novelty scissors (kinda wanna start a collection…)
27. Love this $25 purse in a punchy and playful color
28. MERMAID BLANKET FOR THE WIN (45% off right now!)
29. This ceramic mason jar is actually a measuring set (on sale for $7.79!)
30. I have seen this little pink polaroid camera in action and it’s AWESOME (30% off right now!)
31. We have this gold $15 clock on the counter in the kitchen and it always makes me smile
32. Cheeky reindeer earrings are my kind of holiday bling ($12.67 on sale!)
33. Love love love Hayley Mitchell’s prints
34. If loving gold llama book ends is wrong, I don’t want to be right (15% off)
35. This marble and wood cutting board is SO GOOD

And here’s the stuff we found for the fellas (let the record show I want a bunch of things on this list too).

1. These gloves are warm & they work with a touch screen, so you don’t have to take ’em off to use your phone (44% off!)
2. Fun socks are a stocking stuffer staple (these are 25% off right now)
3. Beard oil is a thing in our house now – and this stuff smells so good
4. Practical tech stuff like this universal remote can make someone’s day
5. This sleek looking clock isn’t just an alarm, it tells you the temp & weather forecast
6. These are John’s favorite sneakers (he keeps rebuying them whenever they wear out)
7. This handsome leather watch is over 50% off right now!

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8. John wants this vintage looking clock in his shed (yup, dude’s still shed obsessed)
9. John’s beard doesn’t trim itself, so a good beard trimmer‘s a must (55% off!)
10. More funny socks – this time with eyeglasses on them
11. For anyone asking what podcast mic we use, it’s this one and we heart it
12. This nice big travel mug is super insulated to keep things hot/cold
13. A leather cord kit keeps track of chargers or toiletries (65% off!)
14. We have used A LOT of tape measures, and this one is our favorite
15. An iPod dock with wireless headphones & remote = pretty fancy
16. This black leather phone case also has space for credit cards & some cash
17. John’s favorite smoothie maker is this thing right here
18. Wanna build more stuff? Snatch up a saw or two, like this one
19. Walkie talkies are fun for kids & adults alike (50% off!)
20. John’s boxing classes have him longing for a little punching bag
21. Nice quality pliers = bingo (23% off)
22. This cord looks better than all of those old fraying ones he has lying around
23. FOX SOCKS (25% off)
24. A nice winter skull cap warms heads and hearts (25% off)
25. John isn’t particular about much, but he loves this hair stuff
26. If you know someone who loves t-shirts, get them a t-shirt (like this Beatles one)
27. A nice slim leather wallet is a nice stocking stuffer
28. Truer words have never been spoken. We’re loving this print.
29. This camel colored laptop sleeve is over 50% off!
30. Yup, this shirt is John’s spirit animal
31. Perk up a closet full of worn out work shirts with a crispy new one (62% off!)
32. This bluetooth speaker is looking mighty fine
33. A sleek leather belt is a good bet (30% off!)
34. Another winter hat, just for good measure (25% off)

And since we are shopping for two little ones, let’s dive into 35 fun gift ideas for babies and kids (many items are under $20, and nothing is over $35).

1. We already have this game and it’s a hit with the kids
2. Such a sweet little toy camera
3. Pretty much our favorite kids book in the history of ever
4. The kids love this toy vacuum that actually makes noise & has suction!
5. Because every little one needs a tiny toy banjo, right?
6. This alligator pull toy has been a favorite for YEARS around here
7. LOVE this ides of this Color Your Own Headphones kit

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8. Playful pajamas are always a good idea
9. SUCH A SWEET BOOK with such a great message: Hello, My Name Is Octicorn
10. These monster slippers would make a cute combo gift with #3)
11. A few Christmases ago we got a nice kids winter hat, and it got so much use!
12. Kids look pretty dang good when you put a reindeer on them
13. Loving the bright colors of this alphabet puzzle
14. I Still Live At Home Onesie. Because babies got jokes too.
15. Is there anything that keeps kids busy longer than Classic Lincoln Logs?
16. We have been loving this book lately
17. One more vote for a set of gloves and a hat – so cute and so useful
18. This adorable hipster animal sheet set is just $13.99
19. Pretend play is the best – and our kids love this breakfast in bed play set
20. Both of our kiddos have latched onto a Jellycat stuffy like this (they’re SO SOFT)
21. More cozy pjs are always a good idea, like these
22. Because, they’re bear socks! I mean… (kinda want these in my size)
23. This wooden vegetable garden is so much fun for play planting
24. Panda socks are adorbs fo sho.
25. Rainbow playing cards are a fun stocking stuffer for an older kid
26. Our daughter is so into this Classic Operation Game
27. We are such huge fans of classic golden books (& their iconic gold spines)
28. This little mini golf set looks pretty fun
29. ALL OF THE HEART EYES FOR this unicorn purse
30. Such a sweet little red riding hood doll
31. Our daughter has this Katie Daisy print hanging in her room
32. Wood stacking toys are always a hit at our house
33. You know we love a Jellycat stuffy & this one’s a shark (with feet!)
34. Can’t wait to give this Pie Face game a whirl
35. This Geode Science Kit looks really fun to do with your kiddo

And as promised, here are some current coupon codes & sales for ya:

Anthropologie – 30% off everything with code LETSGO
ASOS – 30% off everything with code THANKFUL30 (love this black v-neck, this super cheap striped shirt, and nearly all of their sneakers)
Banana Republic – 50% off five regularly priced items
Boden – 30% off everything (their kids stuff is adorable)
Crate & Barrel – 15% off everything with code SAVE15
CB2 – 15% off everything with code SAVE15
Gap – 50% off everything with code TGIF50
GapKids – 50% off everything with the code TGIF50!
J.Crew – 40% off everything with code HOLIDAY!
Joss & Main – up to 80% off
Kendra Scott – 20% off everything with code SALE20
Land of Nod – 20% off everything plus free shipping (I’m loving their kids bedding, their toys and gifts, and this rug).
Madewell – 25% off with the code THATSALE
Minted -15% off no minimum, 20% off $150+ on holiday with code BF2016
Nordstrom – extra 20% off selected sale items
Old Navy – 50% off nearly everything
Pottery Barn is having a variety of “Daily Deals”
Pottery Barn Kids – 20% off + free shipping with code OHWHATFUN
PB Teen – 20% off + free shipping with code GIFT2YOU
Rejuvenation – up to 25% off
Serena and Lily – 25% off with code BESTEVER
Urban Outfitters – buy one, get one 50% off apparel
Wayfair – up to 80% off
Williams-Sonoma Home – 20% off with code THANKFUL
Zappos – Instant savings off lots of brands like Nike & Uggs